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Avoiding Limiting Beliefs: How Business Coaching Helps

Business Coach, Mentoring, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

Let me tell you a story about limiting beliefs and their impact on life. See if you can find yourself in it.

A young man named Jack had always dreamed of starting his own business.

He had a passion for entrepreneurship and a desire to make a difference, but he was held back by limiting beliefs.

Jack believed that he wasn’t smart enough to start a successful business. He was afraid he would never be able to persuade people to work with him.

Despite his passion, Jack remained stuck in his job, feeling frustrated and unfulfilled. He tried to ignore his limiting beliefs, but they kept him back.

One day his friend introduced him to a business coach named Bob. Listening to him, Jack realized he could break free from his limiting beliefs and achieve his goals.

Bob was an experienced business coach. He had helped countless individuals achieve their full potential. So when Jack met Bob, he was skeptical but desperate to break free from his limiting belief.

During their first meeting, Bob helped Jack figure out what beliefs held him back and how they affected his life. Jack was shocked to realize that his beliefs weren’t based on evidence or facts. Instead, it was a negative thought he had been repeating for years.

With the help of Bob, Jack began to challenge his limiting beliefs. He reframes it in a more positive and empowering way.

He started to see that he had the skills, knowledge, and passion to succeed and could start his own business.

As Jack continued to work with Bob, he gained the confidence and motivation to take action.

He started setting specific, achievable goals and working towards them with his coach’s help.

Even though his beliefs held him back, Jack learned to be responsible for himself and stay focused on his goals.

Finally, after months of hard work and dedication, Jack was ready to start his own business.

He was excited and proud as he took the first steps toward realizing his dreams.

Jack’s business was a huge success, and he became known for his innovative ideas and ability to help others.

Looking back, Jack was grateful for the support and guidance of his coach. Without Bob, he would have never been able to get past his limiting ideas and reach his full potential.

The story of Jack is an excellent example of how a business coach can help people get past their limiting beliefs and reach their goals.

My name is Gordon Grigg, and I am an experienced business coach from Nashville.

I helped many clients overcome their limited beliefs and achieve their goals.

Recognize Your Limiting Beliefs.

Before changing your limiting beliefs, it’s essential first to understand what they are.

Limiting beliefs are negative thoughts or ideas that keep us from reaching our full potential and achieving our goals.

They can be self-imposed, based on past experiences, or shaped by societal expectations.

These beliefs can limit our thinking and behavior. As a result, they can affect our confidence, motivation, and overall well-being.

If left unaddressed, limiting beliefs can keep us in a cycle of self-doubt and underachievement.

Examples of common limiting beliefs include “I am not good enough,” “I am not creative enough,” or “This is too hard.” Being aware of these beliefs is the first step to avoiding them.

Fortunately, I can help you overcome your limiting beliefs and achieve your full potential.

I will help you break free from destructive thinking and acting by giving you support and guidance.

Here’s how I can help you get past your limiting beliefs:

Identify your limiting beliefs.

We will work together to find what is holding you back. I will help you identify negative thoughts and patterns of behavior.

We’ll find out what beliefs hold you back and how they affect your work and personal life.

Working with me will give you a deeper understanding of their root causes.

Challenging your limiting beliefs

Once I know the root of your limiting beliefs, I can help you find ways to challenge them.

I’ll give you easy-to-use tools to help you deal with negative thoughts and doubts about yourself.

I will help you uncover new perspectives and reframe old thought patterns.

Providing support and encouragement

With my support, you will gain confidence and motivation. As a result, you will replace your limiting beliefs with positive thoughts and actions that give you power.

Ultimately, this will help you feel better about yourself, make better decisions, and have better relationships with customers, coworkers, and family.

Setting and achieving goals:

Next, I will help you define clear steps toward achieving your goals.

We’ll make a plan for when each one should be finished.

This will empower you to develop an effective action plan with measurable results.

Holding you accountable:

Marking these milestones will motivate you and help you hold yourself accountable as you move forward.

As a result, you will stay on track and work to achieve your goals.

Conclusion

Having a trusted business coach on your side can help your business grow and do well. A business coach can offer valuable insight, advice, and guidance.

I am Gordon Grigg, a business coach from Nashville. I will help you set realistic goals. Then, we will break down your targets into manageable chunks. Finally, I will provide you with the necessary resources to reach them. You will gain clarity and determine the best route to success.

Whether you’re looking to make a career change, start your own business, or achieve other personal or professional goals, I can help you break out of the wrong ways of thinking and acting so you can reach your full potential.
So, contact me today if you’re ready to take your life and business to the next level.

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Unlocking the Power of Real Transformation

Mentoring, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

Are you looking to make a real transformation in your life? If so, you are in the right place.

Real transformation is a robust process that can completely change your life. It’s not a one-time event. Real transformation is a journey that requires dedication, effort, and perseverance. It’s a journey that can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.

Motivation could never do that. Motivation is like a spark that ignites your desire to take action. Real transformation is the fuel that powers your journey to achieving your goals.

Motivation can be easy to lose sight of your goals when you’re faced with obstacles or setbacks.

Transformation is a deep and lasting change that comes from within. This is a change that affects every aspect of your life, from your thoughts and beliefs to your actions and habits.

I am Gordon Grigg, a life and business coach coach in Nashville. I have had good and bad periods and experienced a real transformation. I can help you achieve yours.

Differences between motivation and real transformation

1) Motivation is often external, while transformation is internal.

The key difference is that motivation is often external, while transformation is internal. Motivation often comes from outside sources, such as a coach, a mentor, or a role model. These external sources can be valuable, but they can also be unreliable or temporary. Transformation comes from within. It’s a change that starts with you and comes from your desires and passions.

For example, imagine you are trying to learn a new language. Your motivation to learn the language may come from external factors. They may be job needs, a desire to travel, or a way to communicate with friends or family who speak the language. You focus on learning grammar and vocabulary. You practice speaking with a language partner or using a language-learning app.

As you continue to learn the language, you start to realize an internal real transformation. You begin to appreciate the culture and history of the language. You begin to think in the language and develop a new perspective on the world. Language becomes a part of you, not a tool to achieve a specific goal.

This example illustrates how motivation is often external while transformation is internal. It’s a deep-seated, internal change that goes beyond the surface-level goal.

2) Motivation focuses on short-term goals, while transformation focuses on long-term ones.

Another key difference is the focus on the goal. Motivation focuses on short-term goals, while transformation focuses on long-term ones.

For example, imagine you are trying to lose weight. Your short-term goal is to lose 10 pounds in the next month. You focus on the immediate results. You motivate yourself to exercise regularly and eat healthily.

You set up a strict diet plan. You start to count your calories. As a result, you use a scale to track your progress and reward yourself for reaching each milestone.

This short-term goal is something you can achieve in a relatively short amount of time. You are motivated to reach it.

But, after reaching this short-term goal, you realize that weight loss is not a one-time event. It requires a long-term commitment to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The real transformation you’ve made is not only about losing weight. It is also about changing the way you think about food, exercise, and health. You create a healthy meal plan. You make exercise a regular part of your routine. You educate yourself on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.

It is about changing the way you think and act, not just reaching a specific destination.

3) The motivation disappears once that goal is achieved.

Motivation is often used to achieve a specific goal or overcome a specific obstacle. But the motivation disappears once that goal is achieved. It disappears when the obstacle is overcome too.

For example, imagine you are training for a marathon. Your initial motivation is to complete the marathon and improve your physical fitness. You spend months training. You followed a strict schedule and pushed yourself to your limits. Your motivation is high, and you are determined to achieve your goal.

You can complete the race and cross the finish line as the marathon approaches.

The sense of accomplishment and pride is overwhelming. You feel like you have achieved something truly remarkable.

But as the days and weeks pass, you realize your motivation to continue training has vanished.

The goal you worked so hard to achieve is now behind you. The motivation that once drove you to succeed is no longer present.

Transformation is a long-term process that continues even after the goal is achieved. It’s a change that becomes a part of who you are and what you do.

For example, imagine you are trying to quit smoking. Your goal is to stop smoking cigarettes and improve your health. The process of quitting smoking is difficult. It requires a lot of willpower and determination. You may have moments where you slip up and smoke a cigarette. But you continue to push forward and stay committed to your goal.

As time goes on, the cravings for cigarettes become less frequent. You start to feel the benefits of being smoke-free. You have more energy, your lungs are healthier, and your overall health improves. But quitting smoking is not just a one-time event. It is a long-term process that requires ongoing effort to maintain.

You may still be tempted to smoke, but you have developed new habits and routines that help you resist the urge. You may have replaced smoking with exercise or other healthy activities. You have transformed your lifestyle and the way you think about smoking.

This example illustrates how transformation is a long-term process. It continues even after the goal is achieved. It’s not just about reaching a specific destination. It is about making changes that become a part of who you are and what you do. It requires ongoing effort to maintain and adapt to the new way of life.

What is the key to true transformation?

The key to real transformation is to change your limiting beliefs and thought patterns that are holding you back.

These limiting beliefs are the root cause of your behavior. They are the reason why you are not able to achieve your goals.

When you change your limiting beliefs, you open yourself up to new possibilities and ways of thinking.

To change your limiting beliefs, you must first become aware of them. Many of these beliefs are unconscious, so you may not even realize they are holding you back.

Once you become aware of them, you can challenge them and replace them with new, empowering beliefs. This process takes time, effort, and commitment, but the results are worth it.

How to achieve a real transformation?

One of the most powerful tools for transformation is self-reflection.

Take the time to reflect on your thoughts and behaviors. You can gain insight into what’s holding you back and what you need to change.

This is where a coach or mentor can be invaluable. They can guide you through this process and provide the support and guidance you need to make lasting changes.

Another powerful tool for transformation is visualization.

You can create a powerful mental image by visualizing your goals and the person you want to become. This will motivate you to take action. This visualization can be done through writing, drawing, or even meditation.

Conclusion

In conclusion, real transformation is a powerful process that can change your life. Motivation could never do it.

It requires a deep and lasting change that comes from within and focuses on long-term change.

The key to real transformation is to change your limiting beliefs and thought patterns that are holding you back.

With self-reflection, visualization, and support, you can achieve true transformation. As a result, you can live the life you deserve.

My name is Gordon Grigg. I am here to help you. With my experience and knowledge, you can transform your life. You can reach your goals faster.

Don’t hesitate to contact me or call (615) 630-9114 now, and we can take the conversation forward.

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Humility and Pride Can Lift You Up or Destroy You

Life Coach, Life Management, Mentoring, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

One of the most crucial qualities of a leader is self-awareness. You must know your abilities, limitations, and emotional weaknesses to succeed as a leader. Humility and pride can lift you up or destroy your entrepreneurial journey and your life.

I am Gordon Grigg, and my goal is to help people learn from my mistakes as well as from my successes.

I hope that the knowledge and scars I’ve acquired will assist others who aspire to be leaders in successfully dealing with similar issues of humility and pride.

Pride is a Killer Humility is a Winner

Remember that pride is a killer. Humility is a winner. So pride is the ultimate killer—often silent but always fatal! As a leader, it may be effortless to let our achievements, accolades, titles, etc. affect our judgment and cause us to start believing that the situation is all about us.

We can think that it is all about our abilities, networks, skills, and other personal traits. In reality, it isn’t about you, although our contributions as people and leaders are significant in various ways. Unfortunately, I have fallen into this trap. I’ve also seen some leaders lose sight of this and let their egos and pride get in the way of what would have been great accomplishments.

Pride comes in many forms, and they are all terrible.

Being proud is different from feeling proud.

Feeling proud and recognizing your accomplishments and strengths encourages continued good behavior. You become more motivated to succeed.

On the other hand, being overly proud can come across as self-centered and arrogant.

According to Aristotle, pride is the crown of the virtues.

He defined a proud person as one who believes they are worthy of great things. He agreed that people must be aware of their talents and feel confident in themselves, but this self-assurance shouldn’t rise to the level of severe narcissism or lofty ideals. Instead, they can act on their sense of value and strive for success.

We compete with one another far too often. We learned that winners take all. But, unfortunately, most people think that the only way to be successful is to put others down or be better than them.

It is vanity to believe we deserve wonderful things when we do not. However, it is cowardly to believe that we deserve less than we are.

True humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less ~ Rick Warren

Anyone who has participated in a successful team knows the benefits of humility in leadership and teamwork. No matter what your title or position is on a team or in an organization, be humble in your role as a leader. Understand that humility is both an enormous gift and a holy obligation.

Pride and arrogance are best treated with humility, and it may be the only thing that works.

People you serve will understand that it isn’t about you if your focus as a leader is on serving others and ensuring every person you are responsible for feels secure, heard, respected, challenged, and supported.

The best leaders must master the balance between confidence and humility.

Overconfidence makes us ignorant. Nobody enjoys being around a know-it-all. Therefore, it hurts our relationships as well.

Finding a balance between confidence and humility is one of the most valuable qualities an entrepreneur can have.

Confidence is essential for any entrepreneur. However, if your pride allows it, it can turn into egoism and arrogance.

Humility is no good if it keeps entrepreneurs from promoting their businesses.

The best leaders must master the interaction between the two.

Review your Humility and Pride

Being proud ruins our lives. It produces an exaggerated self that we must protect at all costs. We see all criticism as an attack on us.

Don’t live miserably. Instead, focus on lowering your ego. You won’t need to conflict with others if your identity is not under attack.

Life is not a competition to be won, but rather a journey to be enjoyed. Recognize the positive; resist the need to dominate others.

Without the assistance of others, you could not succeed. Pride has no place when we realize that it’s better to be around friends than rivals.

Unfortunately, there isn’t a quick fix. It takes time to rethink the connection with our ego, which we spend our entire lives feeding.

Start by considering how pride affects your life.

Recognize the distinction between being and feeling proud. The satisfaction of a task well done is the first. The latter is a warped, exaggerated representation of who you really are.

You can use your pride as a tool for growth. First, see how your pride manifests by testing it. Excessive pride indicates what we need to work on.

Do you have self-confidence issues with a specific trait? For example, do you think you’re more or less than you are? Do you view others as competitors or allies?

“Think: all men make mistakes, but a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong, and repairs the evil: the only crime is pride.” – Sophocles

Getting back in touch with what we don’t know helps us control our ego.

Additionally, intellectual humility might aid in overcoming our ego.

Humility is one of the hardest qualities for many of us to cultivate since it requires admitting that you are not always right and do not have all the answers.

Additionally, it fosters self-acceptance, which many of us find difficult.

Try one or more of the following actions to attempt to foster humility:

Spend time listening to others.

Being humble means valuing other people and allowing them to be heard. One of the best ways to start doing this is to take the time to listen to people, find out what they think and value, and let them express themselves.

Don’t forget that you’re just listening to them and responding as a person; you’re not trying to solve their problems or give them answers.

Accept your faults

Accepting your flaws instead of judging yourself for them is a key part of being humble. But, of course, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to get better. Just do it constructively rather than criticize yourself for your flaws.

Be grateful for what you have.

In other words, stop and “count your blessings” and express gratitude for them. It is simple to fall into a vicious cycle of constantly seeking more.

If you need assistance, ask for it.

Humility is recognizing when we need help and respectfully asking for it.

Request feedback from others

Although leaders may find this important, everyone can benefit from knowing what others think of them. Please take some time to ask others for feedback, preferably anonymously, and make it clear that you value what they have to say. Be open to hearing the suggestions, then express gratitude.

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Now I can think about my life, career, and leadership journeys, as well as my self-awareness, struggles, and victories when it comes to humility and pride. I learn everything about humility and pride from my mistakes. They ruined my life in a short period of time. Don’t let yourself make the same mistakes.

Contact me, and let me share my success tactics with you.

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The importance of having a strong vocabulary

Life Management, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

Introduction

It goes without saying that having a strong vocabulary is key in writing. In fact, a well-developed vocabulary can be the difference between a good essay and one that ranks high on Google. In addition, when it comes to speaking, having a strong vocabulary can make you sound intelligent and skilled. In this article, we’ll look at the importance of vocabulary, how to develop a strong one, and some ways to boost your vocabulary.

What exactly is a strong vocabulary

There is no one answer to this question, as everyone has their own definition of what a strong vocabulary means to them. However, some people might define a strong vocabulary as having many words that they can use correctly and effectively. Others might view a strong vocabulary as being able to identify new words quickly and learn new concepts easily. Whatever definition someone uses, it is important to have a strong vocabulary if they want to be able to communicate effectively. By having a wide range of words at their disposal, people are more likely to be able to express themselves accurately and effectively.

Why is vocabulary important?

A well-developed vocabulary helps you to understand complex concepts and to communicate effectively. In addition, a strong vocabulary can make you look smart when reading or writing. Finally, a well-developed vocabulary can make you more successful in your career. We will expand more on these areas in the later part of this article.

Reasons Why a Good Vocabulary is Important

There are many ways to build a strong vocabulary. The most effective approach is reading extensively and using the correct terms when writing or speaking. You can also join discussion forums and participate in online discussions. Finally, it is important to keep learning new words every day.

In today’s world, it is essential to have a strong vocabulary if you want to be successful in any field. In business, communication, academia, etc., having a well-rounded vocabulary can help you reach out to your customers and colleagues more effectively. Here are 12 reasons why having a strong vocabulary is important

1. It Can Help You Communicate More Effectively

A well-rounded vocabulary can help you communicate more effectively with your customers and colleagues. Whether you are speaking in a business setting or writing an academic paper, having a strong vocabulary will allow you to express yourself more clearly and accurately. When you use proper grammar and vocabulary, your listeners will be able to understand you better and may even return your calls or emails.

2. It Can Help You Debate Arguments More Accurately

A strong vocabulary can help you argue more accurately and convincingly in any debate or discussion. A well-rounded vocabulary includes words used in both academic settings and everyday conversation. When you have access to these words, you can engage in complex discussions without difficulty. This will not only impress your opponents but also make it easier for you to reach a resolution or agreement.

3. It Can Help You Advocate For Yourself More Effectively

When advocating for yourself, using correct grammar and vocabulary is essential. A well-rounded vocabulary will allow you to communicate your points more effectively and convincingly. Furthermore, using terms commonly used in a given field can help you build trust with your listener. Ultimately, this will make it easier for them to understand and support your position.

4. It Can Help You Understand Complex Ideas More Easily

By understanding complex ideas, you can avoid common misunderstandings. You can understand complex mathematical concepts or scientific theories with a well-rounded vocabulary. Furthermore, a strong vocabulary can help you comprehend literary works or philosophical texts. By understanding difficult concepts at a deeper level, you can avoid embarrassment or confusion from your listeners.

5. It Can Help You Develop Your Critical Thinking Skills

A good vocabulary can help you develop your critical thinking skills. When you come across difficult concepts or arguments, having a well-rounded vocabulary can help you analyze the situation more clearly. This will not only allow you to make more informed decisions, but it will also improve your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

6. It Can Help You Express Yourself More Creatively

It is important to use proper grammar and vocabulary when writing or speaking. A well-rounded vocabulary includes words commonly used in a given field or language. When you use these words correctly, you can express yourself more creatively. This can help you generate more innovative ideas or expressions, which can impress your audience.

7. It Can Help You Improved Your Memory Skills

One of the benefits of having a good vocabulary is that it can improve your memory skills. By knowing the definitions of difficult terms, you can better remember information later on. Furthermore, correct grammar and vocabulary will help you build stronger chains of recall. Consequently, this will make it easier for you to retain information during long-term memory exercises

8. It Can Help You Understand Your Fellow Man Better

You will better understand your fellow man when you have a strong vocabulary. This is especially important when it comes to communicating with customers and colleagues. When you can use terms that they are familiar with, you will be able to build a stronger rapport and communicate more effectively.

9. It can Help You Write More Effectively

When you write, having a strong vocabulary can help you convey your ideas more effectively. A well-rounded vocabulary includes words used in academic papers and everyday conversation. When you have access to these words, you can engage in complex discussions without difficulty. This will not only impress your opponents but also make it easier for you to reach a resolution or agreement.

10. It makes it easier for you to communicate complex ideas

A strong vocabulary includes words used in academic papers and everyday conversation. When you have access to these words, you can engage in complex discussions without difficulty. This will not only impress your opponents but also make it easier for you to reach a resolution or agreement.

11. It can also strengthen your credibility as an expert in your field

Furthermore, having a good vocabulary can also strengthen your credibility as an expert in your field. Not only will people believe what you say more easily if you have a well-rounded vocabulary, but they will also respect you for being able to express yourself eloquently. As such, having a strong vocabulary can go a long way toward boosting your career and standing in the community.

12. It helps you build stronger relationships with others

With a strong vocabulary, you can build stronger relationships with others who are important to you. This includes your customers, colleagues, and friends. When you can communicate using terms that they are familiar with, you will be able to build a stronger connection with them. This will help you in the long run as they may be more likely to refer business your way or recommend you for a position.

How to improve your vocabulary

There are many benefits to having a strong vocabulary. It can help your academic and professional pursuits and make you more articulate and confident when speaking. Here are five ways to improve your vocabulary:

1. Practice using new words every day

Using new words every day is a good way to increase your vocabulary. When you encounter a new word, try to use it in a sentence or two the next time you have a chance. This will help you learn the word’s meaning and how to use it correctly.

2. Make sure you use synonyms and antonyms when possible

Use synonyms for words instead of just using the single word itself. This will help build up your comprehension skills, and you’ll be better able to understand what you’re reading or hearing if the author uses complex words with multiple meanings. Using a synonym will help broaden your readers’ understanding of what you’re saying when you have two opposite words.

3. Know the definitions of difficult words

If a word is difficult to understand, look up its definition online or in a dictionary before attempting to use it in conversation or writing. This will not only increase your vocabulary but also make sure that you’re using correct grammar when using difficult words.

4. Use bilingual dictionaries

Suppose you want to learn more than one language. In that case, it’s important to keep both your native English and foreign language dictionaries handy to look up definitions for terms that may be unfamiliar to you in either language context. Bilingual dictionaries can be especially helpful if you want to learn Spanish or French

5. Use context clues to figure out what word someone is looking for

Oftentimes, we know what word someone is trying to say because we’ve heard it before or seen it used in a similar situation. If you don’t know the word someone is looking for, try using synonyms or antonyms that might fit the context better.

6. Use active and passive voice correctly

When writing, it’s important to be clear about who is doing what and whether something is being received passively or actively. For example, if you want to say,”The cat was playing with the mouse,” use the active voice rather than saying,”The cat played with the mouse.” Passive voice can be confusing and hard to understand, so it is important to use it sparingly and only when necessary.

7. Use idiomatic expressions when possible

Idiomatic expressions are unique phrases with different meanings than literal English sentences. For example, the expression “to put a sock in it” means to stop a situation from getting out of hand. When you can, use idiomatic expressions to add flavor and complexity to your words.

8. Make use of online resources

There are numerous websites and apps available that offer interactive exercises designed to help users improve their vocabularies. These tools can be incredibly useful for learning new words and testing how well you know existing words.

9. Take grammar quizzes

Like vocabulary quizzes, grammar quizzes can help you identify areas where you need improvement and focus on correcting them accordingly. This approach is especially useful if you find yourself struggling with grammar rules occasionally

These tips are just a few ways to improve your vocabulary. Use them wisely, and you’ll be on your way to writing more effectively.

Conclusion

A strong vocabulary is essential for any writer, businessperson, or individual looking to succeed. Not only does having a rich vocabulary allow you to express yourself more accurately, but it can also help you stand out from the competition. By learning new words and refining your existing ones, you’ll be able to communicate with greater clarity and accuracy, which in turn will help you succeed in whatever it is that you are trying to do.

Need help improving your vocabulary?

As a seasoned life coach and business consultant, I am able to help people improve their vocabulary to ensure they are able to effectively communicate with others and effectively learn new concepts. Additionally, I am happy to recommend various resources that can help people learn new words and improve their vocabulary skills. You can reach out to me for help improving your vocabulary.

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My Daily Routine: How I wake up, work and wind down

Business, Business Consultant, Entrepreneurship, Gordon Grigg, Life Coach, Life Management, Mentoring, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

I am a huge fan of documenting, what works and sharing it because I believe that we learn something from one another. Today, I would like to share with you my personal daily routine, how I wake up, work and wind down each day.

It’s no secret that the routine you follow and the activities that you do every day greatly shape your life and your overall happiness. That’s why it’s so important to have a daily routine that works for you.

In this article, I’m going to share with you my daily routine and how it’s helped me to achieve greater levels of productivity, creativity, and focus. I hope that by sharing my routine, it will give you some ideas of how you can create a daily routine that works for you.

So, without further ado, here’s a typical day in the life of me!

Kickstarting My Day at 5 am

I have always been a morning person; I love nothing more than getting up early. It’s no secret that having a daily routine can make you feel more productive and motivated.

For me, my daily routine starts with waking up between 5am and 5.30am. After waking up, I spend some time reading my religious book and doing my devotion.

6.15 am – 7.30 pm

Breakfast / Dropping girls to school

After this, I am on my breakfast table at 6.15 am with my daughters. As we have our breakfast, we indulge in a little chit-chat and then I drop them to school. On the way, I catch up with what’s going on at their school and how they look forward to their day.

7.30- 8.45am

Work out / Reading Audible

Working out is important for me for a number of reasons.

First, it helps me to stay physically fit and healthy
Second, it helps me to relieve stress and tension
Third, it helps me to focus and concentrate better
And last, but not least, it helps me to feel good about myself

When I work out, I feel like I can take on anything that comes my way. I feel strong, confident, and capable. I know that I am taking care of my body and my mind, and that is a very good feeling. While working out I like to read Audible.

Working out is an essential part of my life, and I make sure to fit it into my schedule every week. I highly recommend that everyone makes time for a workout, even if it’s just a quick walk around the block. Trust me, you’ll feel better for it!

9.00 am – 11.00 am

Job sites / phone calls / emails

As an entrepreneur, I manage my three companies, Gordon Grigg LLC, The Premier Media Group and The Premier Builder Group. I have to be on my job site, meeting with clients or working on estimates. I spend the morning working hours on projects and deadlines. But even when I’m not working, I’m constantly thinking about new ideas and ways to improve my business. I’m always trying to learn and grow so I can be a better entrepreneur.

11.30 am -1.00 pm

Lunch Meeting / Networking

At 11.30am I take a break for lunch, which lasts till 1 pm. In between I do networking with different contacts and discuss business. My afternoon is spent meeting with clients, brainstorming ideas with my team and working on proposals.

2.15 pm – 3 pm

Pick Up Daughters

I am always happy to pick up my daughters from school. It is a great way to spend time with them and hear about their day. However, there are a few things I always keep in mind when doing so:

First, I make sure to arrive on time. I know they are excited to see me and I don’t want to keep them waiting
Second, I make sure to have a fresh, healthy snack for them. I want them to have something to eat before we head home so they don’t get too hungry
And last, I make sure to ask them about their day. I want to know what they did, what they learned, and what they enjoyed

Picking up my daughters from school is a special time for me. It’s a time when I can bond with them and learn about their day.

3 pm -4 pm

Social media/ Clients calls

At 3 pm every day, I take some time to do social media for my business. This usually involves posting on various platforms, engaging with my followers, and planning future content. I also use this time to answer any customer questions or comments that comes in.

In addition to social media, I also use this time to attend a few client calls. This gives me a chance to check in with my clients, see how they’re doing, and see if there are any updates or new projects that I need to be aware of.

4.00 pm- 5.45 pm

(Free Time)

I have some free time for myself. I can do whatever I want for the next hour and a half until dinner time. I know that I should use this time wisely.

No matter what I choose to do with my free time, I make sure that it is something that I enjoy and that I will benefit from.

5.45 pm-6.35 pm

Dinner / Life

Dinner time with family is a great way to catch up on the day’s events and to enjoy some delicious food. But it can also be a time to bond with loved ones and to learn more about each other.

If you’re looking to make the most of your family dinner time, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

First, try to keep the conversation light and positive
Second, focus on the food and the experience of enjoying a meal together
And finally, take the time to truly listen to what your family members have to say

By following these tips, you can make family dinner time a fun and meaningful part of your daily life.

9.00 pm

Cardio / Audible / Office Work

I am often asked how I find the time to do my cardio given my busy schedule. The answer is simple: I do my cardio at 9 pm.

This may seem like an odd time to do cardio, but for me, it is the perfect time. I find that I have more energy at night, and so doing my cardio at 9 pm allows me to get a great workout in. Plus, it helps me wind down before bed and gets me ready for a good night’s sleep.

If you are looking for a time to do your cardio, I highly recommend 9pm. It may take some time to get used to, but I think you’ll find that it is the perfect time for a great workout.

I usually do a combination of running and HIIT, and I find that I can push myself harder when I do it at night. Plus, it’s a great way to wind down before bed.

I have recently taken up the audible subscription and have been reading while I do some office work. It is a great way to pass the time and also be productive at the same time. I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a way to multitask and be efficient with their time. If you’re looking for a way to improve your focus and get through more books, I recommend giving Audible a try.

10.00 pm-10.15 pm

Journal Nightly

I have been writing in a journal nightly for many years now. I typically write for about 15 minutes before bed. This has become a ritual for me – a way to clear my mind before sleep and to reflect on my day.

I find that journaling helps me to process my thoughts and emotions. It gives me a chance to review my day and to set intentions for the next day.

If you’re thinking about starting a journal, I would encourage you to give it a try. It can be a helpful way to process your thoughts and gain clarity on your experiences.

10.15 pm -11.00 pm

Wife / Talk-time

During this time, I spend time with my wife talking to her. This time is important to me because it allows me to connect with her and catch up on what’s going on in her life. It’s also a time when I can share my own thoughts and feelings with her. This is our regular time to catch up on each other’s day and to talk about anything that might be on our minds. We also use this time to plan our day or week ahead. This time together is important to our relationship and helps us to stay connected. With this I wind down my day and go to sleep between 11.00 pm to12 am.

That’s my daily schedule!

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Gordon Grigg – Professional Business Consultant

I have been serving my clients to grow their businesses via effective business consultancy.

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How can Entrepreneurs have Self-discipline and Follow Time Management?

Business Consultant, Entrepreneurship, Life Coach, Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

In the recent years, especially after Covid 19, the world has witnessed a sudden boost in the number of work-from-home entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurship is really cool and if you are doing it from your home, it actually becomes cooler. Right? After all, you can work from your home. You don’t have to wake up every morning, dress yourself up, and walk to your office to get to work. Sounds cool, no? Well, but it is not. I, Gordon Grigg, a life coach in Nashville, Tennessee telling you that, work-from-home entrepreneurs have self-discipline issues.

No matter how determined and resolute you are, you will face discipline issues when you have to follow something for 30 days throughout the year. Wait, don’t panic. There are some ways that can help you overcome this problem easily. Here, I am going to talk about them.

● Make a schedule

Yes, I know you are a very hard-working person and work day in and out to achieve your goal, but believe me, working without any systematic way is only going to make you messy. Literally, it will not take you anywhere. So, the first step for an entrepreneur to self-discipline while working from home is to create a schedule for him/herself and strictly follow it without any excuses. A systematic schedule will help you know how much you have to work in a day.

● Work consistently but not continuously

I appreciate your enthusiasm and understand that as a work-from-home entrepreneur you want to work tirelessly and live your dream as soon as you can, but it is very important to take regular breaks throughout the day. Don’t stay seated in your working chair for long hours. Make sure to take regular breaks, which will not only refresh your mind but also keep your physical health good. Here, understand the difference between being consistent and being continuous.

● Dressing nicely does matter

When working from home, you have the flexibility to work in your pajamas, right? Well, you have flexibility, but it does not mean that you should wear pajamas at work. If you really want to be self-disciplined, just put all your PJs and loungewear aside and dress like you are working in an office. It will impart a sense of energy and zeal.

● Keep the working environment neat and clean

The biggest drawback of working from home is that people end up creating a messy and cluttered environment around their working space. Unknowingly, but this happens. Like, you eat something and put the plate on the working table, you drink your coffee and put the mug on the table, you charge your mobile and put the charger on the table, and many other such little things. You yourself create a very untidy workspace for you that affects your work productivity and body energy to a great extent. This is why make sure to maintain a clean and clutter-free workspace.

● Have a dedicated workspace

As a work-from-home entrepreneur, you have the flexibility to work anywhere at any time from your home. Right? But, don’t make this flexibility your habit. Though you can work from anywhere even from your bed, make sure to have a dedicated working room for you. Sitting leisurely on your couch or on your bed will bring you many unnecessary naps and laziness and this will obviously hamper your work productivity.

● Set fixed working hours

As a life coach mentor, I am telling you this from my personal experience that setting fixed working hours is very very important when you are working from home. The reason being, in this case, you don’t have anybody to report to. You become lazy and work whenever you feel like. Obviously, our mind does not want to work with the same enthusiasm every day. Someday, you like doing everything all together and the other day you feel like not even leaving your bed. So, time management is very important for work-from-home entrepreneurs.

● Let people around you know your working time

The biggest problem with work-from-home entrepreneurs is that the people around him/her think he/she is available all the time. Don’t let people do that and affect the productivity of your work by disturbing you at any random hours. Let them know your working hours and ask them not to disturb you at that time. Sometimes, even your family members disturb your work by asking you to do little house chores. Though sometimes it can be a good idea to get up from your working table and go to the market to get vegetables. This way you will be able to take a short break from work too. So, manage this thing according to your convenience and make sure not to hamper your work productivity at any rate.

● Keep home distractions aside

When you are working from home as an entrepreneur, it is pretty common to get distracted throughout the day, unlike in offices where there is a complete work environment. Like sometimes, you would feel like having a light snack, and then you would leave your table and walk up to the fridge. Avoid such distractions and stay focused on your work. Here, you yourself have to be disciplined and make sure not to get indulged in any kind of household distractions. Let your family members enjoy their time. Just don’t be tempted by them to get involved in that. Focus on your work. Rest things can be done later.

● Use technology to track things

It becomes pretty difficult if you yourself have to manage everything and work-from-home entrepreneurs are required to do that. No matter how good a memory you have or how good you’re at making notes, there will be something that will slip away from your mind. Here, the only thing that can save you is technology. Yes, embrace it. Download the time-tracking apps, work management apps, productivity tools, project management software, activity planners, and other such software to keep everything on track for you. This way, you will be able to monitor everything without putting much time and brain.

● Limit the number of times you check social media

Even you will agree with the fact that social media is the biggest cause of distraction not just for work-from-home entrepreneurs but for everyone from students to job aspirants. Unlike in offices where you are strictly forbidden to access anything on the internet other than your work, you are free to do just anything when working from home. Here, nobody is to monitor your activities. So, promise yourself not to login into your social media during your working hours, obviously if your work is not related to social media only.

● Manage time wisely

As a work-from-home entrepreneur, you yourself have to manage your time, schedule, as well as family. You don’t have a fixed time for work. So, manage time wisely and make sure to find a balance between your personal and professional life. Don’t give too much time to your work and don’t get too much involved in your family activities either. Time is the key in professional life, so utilize it in the best way.

● Put your mobile on silent

Yes, you are working alone and you won’t give off any unprofessional vibes like you might do when your phone rings at office meet-ups, but still, it is very important to put your mobile on silent. I will even say to keep it completely silent, not even on vibration. The reason being, you can’t resist holding your phone and checking it as many times as it will beep for notification and I am sure it will definitely beep at least 2-3 times in an hour considering the way we use our mobile. So, you have to be self-disciplined and resist your urge to check your mobile frequently. For this, the best option is to put it on complete silent mode and check it back when you are out of working hours.

● Maintain your health

Maintaining your health is also a part of self-discipline when working from home as an entrepreneur. You must be wondering how it is. Right? Okay, let me tell you. When you work from home, you don’t have a fixed time for eating, drinking, sleeping, and exercising like you have when you work in an office. You just do what you feel like without bothering about your health. You have an unbalanced lifestyle and this is very very harmful to your health in the long run. Getting your health affected means getting your professional career ruined. So, follow a healthy lifestyle and make sure to maintain your health.

Conclusion

Having self-discipline while working from home as an entrepreneur might seem difficult, especially at the initial stage, but once you start following everything strictly, you get used to it and it becomes a habit. Yes, I, Gordon Grigg, a life coach in Nashville Tennessee, am telling you this from my personal experience because I deal with hundreds of such cases daily.

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Why is reading important for self-improvement?

Self Improvement / Gordon Grigg

I, Gordon Grigg, a life coach and business consultant in Nashville, Tennessee am a voracious reader, who believes that reading and self-improvement go hand-in-hand. I have a keen interest in books and have read many books over time, and I am always waiting to get more knowledge and positivity through books. My greatest strength is to completely absorb the book and its contents and implement its positivity and good teaching in real life and businesses.

As an insatiable bibliophile, it is a painful experience when I hear people ask, “Why it is important to read?’ or “How can we benefit from reading?”, and many such variations of questions. According to various research and psychological studies, making reading a part of your daily curriculum can improve your way of living and make you a happy & healthy person.

I have prepared a list of reasons below that will convince you to become a regular reader and read more and more books than you already do.

Why is reading important for self-improvement?

Ways of self-development through reading

Books are a part of this planet since humans have evolved to express their thoughts. In the early civilizations, when the printed paper did not exist, humans used stones, leaves, walls, and other objects to scribble and express their thoughts. Over the centuries, when the development of paper & ink came into existence, reading too became a habit.

According to TyHoward.com reading books is considered the most intellectually beneficial and marvelous activity. People who are fond of reading books are considered the most literate and learned in society. Different people like to read books on different topics according to their personalities, aspirations, preferences, and interests.

It is healing and inspiring to read at least one chapter or about 20 pages of the book daily. If you make this a habit, you will see the difference, not only in yourself but also in your perspective of seeing the world.

I have highlighted some of the reasons below that explain why reading is a fun yet important activity for self-development:

● Helps in increasing knowledge & humility – There are various means to gain knowledge. But books are considered the richest source of gaining knowledge, as the pieces of information present there are the most authentic. Reading books not only increases knowledge but also makes the person humble and open-minded.
● Reduces stress – Day to day stress of human life is increasing, and it has reached a place, where it has become a matter of concern. Although there are several ways of de-stressing, reading has been considered the best of all. Picking up a book before sleeping helps you get rid of the atrocities of the day. Reading a book also calms you down, by melting down all the stress and helping you sleep better.

● Improving cognitive skills – Reading constantly makes you smarter. It helps you boost your imaginative power, and stimulate the better functioning of the brain, to get better clarity about self and the surrounding world. Reading books also helps you to get enlightened about your goals and achieve self-attainment.
● Interpreting yourself and the world around you positively – After reading an inspiring book, your brain will be flooded with positive thoughts and various uplifting concepts. It also raises your internal vibrations and keeps you in optimal condition.
● Get inspiration to make better choices in life – If you read some personal development books you will learn the right way of living life. You will not only become mindful of your thoughts but also will be able to take good decisions in life. Some books are life-changing as they give you a whole new perspective on living life, by eliminating the negatives and filling up the mind, only with positive thoughts.
● You not only improve but expand in life – By reading an inspiring book, you not only improve your life but also expand it upto new levels. Reading a book also fills your mind with positive thoughts, helps you in making better choices, and makes you hungry for excellence & growth.
● Boots imagination & creativity – The more you read, the more you increase your creativity and imagination. With every new piece of information your mind intakes, the data circles around in your brain as an imaginative tail. Thus, reading is a way of exercising the creativity and imagination of the brain.
● Increases Vocabulary – An increase in vocabulary is the most straightforward and common benefit of reading a book. The more you read the more new words you learn and add to your dictionary. Thus, to have a better grasp of the language, you should read an ample number of books.
● Focused functioning of the brain – Whether you are reading a book of facts or a story, you completely concentrate on the text itself. This also helps you in increasing the concentration power of the brain. Also, while reading, your brain is completely in silent mode, which thus helps you in focusing deeply and easily. Thus, the focused functioning of the brain comes into action that helps in various aspects of life.
● A great form of learning from others – When you are reading a book, you are actually learning from the experiences of the writer. The writing style of the writer depicts their real-life lessons. And when you read about the life lessons and mistakes of others, you yourself get cautious and do not repeat the same.
● The best form of entertainment – The best thing to do in your free time is to immerse yourself in an engaging novel. As it not only kills your time but also entertains you by providing knowledge.
● It can make you a better communicator – By reading something thoroughly, your vocabulary increases. Thus, you become a good communicator. As, if you read well you speak and also write well.
● Helps in writing in a better way – As you know that reading increases your creativity, communication skills, and vocabulary. And all these three aspects are the most important for effective writing. Thus, if you want to improve your writing skills, you should try to read more and more daily.

● Reading assists you in taking a sound sleep – Ten minutes of reading a book before going to sleep, can do actual wonders. Following this routine helps you to sleep more. Just make sure that you read from an actual book and not from any electronic devices such as; phones, laptops, or a tablet.
● Reading helps you in making an educated opinion about others or their thoughts – Reading books can help you in collating the thoughts and ideas of others. The point of reading is not to fully understand the book but to gather in-depth knowledge about a particular topic. Reading multiple books on the same topic will help you fill your knowledge gaps and give an unbiased & educated personal opinion on any issue related to that topic.
● Improves memory – Reading is an all-in-one task for the brain. It is a kind of neural workout that stimulates vision, associative learning, and language. All this mental workout makes the memory muscles agile. According to researchers the habit of reading can also prove effective in staving off the signs of Alzheimer’s in old age.

How to pick up the right book?

No matter whatever kind of book you choose to read or how much time you devote to reading them. But, as a life coach, I would suggest you start with some light genre, such as; thriller fiction.

Gradually when you get habitual, you switch to the niches of your choice and personal interest. You can explore as many areas as you want until you get the book of your taste. Make sure you try on diverse books to keep yourself open-minded.

After finding the right book, you may struggle to set up a reading schedule. But I would encourage you to make a schedule of reading a book for at least 10 minutes before going to sleep. This would help you gain a lot from frequent reading. Reading is a clear winner in terms of entertainment as it provides both self-development and entertainment.

Final Words
The importance of reading books is way beyond the above-mentioned points. Well, I, Gordon Grigg, a life coach and business consultant in Nashville, Tennessee hope that you must have felt motivated and encouraged about reading books after reading the above article. Remember to choose a book that is healthy for you, that polishes your personality, and that helps you grow and flourish in life.

Some of the books that I have read and would like to suggest to you are; Raising Kingdom Kids by Tony Evans, Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss, Good to Great by Jim Collins, Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim & Renee Mauborgne, Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins, and many more. Interested to know more about the names of the books, that can be life-changing for you? Well, visit my website Gordon Grigg.com to learn about more books that can be motivating and life-changing for you.

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